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Bishops Stortford Weather in October

Thinking of visiting Bishops Stortford in October? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Bishops Stortford in October

You can typically expect 14 days of rain this month, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Bishops Stortford in October

Bishops Stortford in October gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Bishops Stortford in October

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 112 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Bishops Stortford.

Bishops Stortford Temperature in October

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
112 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Bishops Stortford in October

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Bishops Stortford in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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